Gamescom Issues Apology Over Initial Reaction to Hardware Thefts, Saying It Lacked the Needed Empathy for Victims
Gamescom has publicly expressed regret over the way it initially handled reports of stolen equipment at this year’s convention, admitting that its first response "did not strike the right tone" and failed to "show the people affected the empathy they deserve." In a post on its official social channels, the organizers acknowledged the criticism they received and conceded that it was justified.
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Sept. 7, 2026, 10:38 a.m.